hair – Selfcare In Lagos

Obsessed with these braids? Try this style Stasha harris created by cornrow braiding a section of hair down the center of your head, braiding several “U-shapes” off the scalp as you go, before cornrow braiding against the scalp until you reach the ends.

Then, starting on the left side of the center braid, part the bottom half of the unbraided hair in horizontal sections, and begin braiding the hair up toward the crown in a zig-zag pattern. Repeat on the other side.

Next, tend to the top half sections, which you’ll braid in a zig-zag pattern along your hairline. Then, create two buns with the remaining section of hair, adding extensions to each one before twisting the hair and wrapping it into a bun. For a chic touch, slip a piece of gold jewelry over the center braid hanging in the back.

Pair this with asymmetrical statement earrings and a bold, striped ensemble to turn heads in this gravity-defying, badass look.

SHOP THE HAIR GEL Shine ‘n Jam Extra Hold Conditioning Gel, Gh₵31, ₦2,500, $7

Healthy skin comes from within (literally)!

Love the skin you’re in? Prove it. The vitamins you intake daily from nature, food, and drink can impact your skin, hair, and nails. If you’re not quite meeting the daily recommendations (i know it’s hard!), it might be time you got a supplement to help bridge the gap. Check out my favorite vitamins for healthier hair, better skin, and stronger nails.

Sports Research High Potency Biotin with Organic Coconut Oil

₦7,200

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Best Overall

Don’t snub it if you’re not a sports junkie — Sports Research Biotin isn’t exclusive to athletes. Made up of 10,000 micrograms of biotin and organic virgin coconut oil for easy digestion, each soft gel glides into your system, ready and willing to break down macronutrients (carbs, protein, fats) and channel them into energy sources.

But each daily dose doesn’t only keep you active! Categorized as a B vitamin, biotin also kick-starts cell growth and the metabolism of amino acids and fats, leading to brighter skin and stronger hair and nails.

Perricone MD Skin & Total Body Supplements

₦37,500

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Three is a magic number, and Dr. Perricone’s three-tiered approach to inner and outer beauty does the body wonders. Pricey though it may be, one box consists of 60 packets, which each include three soft gels, two capsules, and three caplets, which are taken over a 30-day period. Each supplement is powered by omega-3, Derma-Glo, calcium, and more.

In addition to your skin, it also helps with bone and joint functionality and hair and nail growth.

Vitafusion Hair, Skin & Nails Adult Gummies

₦3,600

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Best Budget Buy

Gummies aren’t just for kids anymore! Proving adults can enjoy tasty vitamins as well, these raspberry-flavored goodies from Vitafusion provide an affordable and tasty way to improve the look of your hair, skin, and nails.

Nature’s Bounty Optimal Solutions Hair Skin & Nails Extra Strength Multivitamin Supplement

₦4,700

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Nature’s Bounty has a reputation for delivering results at an affordable price. These Hair, Skin, and Nail capsules will have you looking and feeling good! Fueled by B vitamins, biotin, and vitamins A, C, and E, the once-daily oral supplement encourages collagen production, caters to all things skin maintenance, and improves energy levels. That radiant glow you’re seeing will be all-natural, not just the byproduct of creams and serums.

Sakara Beauty Chocolates

₦16,200

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Chocolate that makes you beautiful? That’s right! Sakara’s Beauty Chocolates are both delicious and nutritious. Formulated with 100% plant-based collagen, these treats work to give your skin a glowing boost, improving your complexion in as little as two weeks.

Murad Pure Skin Clarifying Dietary Supplement

₦9,000

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If you suffer from acne and pesky blemishes, the Murad Pure Skin Dietary Supplement can help clear your skin right up. These pills provide the nutrients needed to support the body’s natural defense against blemish-producing toxins. Take these to continue fighting acne even if you don’t have active breakouts, and enjoy consistently clear skin.

Olly Vibrant Skin Plump Berry Vitamin Gummies

₦4,500

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Olly’s Vibrant Skin gummies provide a potent combination of hyaluronic acid, collagen, and sea buckthorn to supercharge your skincare routine. Continued use results in hydrated, more youthful skin. They taste great, too!

Here are some of the rounds i curated, if you have any suggestions or any topic you want me to talk about or research on please feel free to drop a comment below.

Have you tried any of the products mentioned above? if yes, what are yours thoughts on the product?